Dar es Salaam, 9 June 2025. The President and Commander-in-Chief of the Armed Forces, Dr. Samia Suluhu Hassan, officially closed the Officers and Assistant Inspectors of Police Course No. 1/24/25 at the Dar es Salaam Police Academy (DPA) in Kurasini, Dar es Salaam, on 9 June 2025.
Number of graduates
A total of 780 Officers and 174 Assistant Inspectors graduated from the course. The programme forms part of the academy’s promotional training, which serves Gazetted Officers and Assistant Inspectors selected in line with the qualification requirements set by the Tanzania Police Force.
The President’s directives
Addressing the graduates, the President urged the newly trained officers to live out their oaths by carrying out their duties with professionalism. She also called on them to work closely with the community and with other defence and security organs, and to uphold professional ethics throughout their service.
Why this training matters
Established in 1961, the Dar es Salaam Police Academy is dedicated to academic, promotional and proficiency training for police officers. Through courses like this one, the academy continues to fulfil its mission of preparing officers who can lead and perform effectively in preserving peace, security and public order, guided by its motto: “Professional Excellence through Training.”
Conclusion
The graduation of 780 Officers and 174 Assistant Inspectors is a significant step towards strengthening the capability of the Tanzania Police Force. The graduates are expected to apply the knowledge, skills and discipline gained at the academy to serve the public with justice, integrity and professionalism.
